Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 cover featuring model with bold hairstyle and earrings, highlighting the theme 'World Class Men: The 10 Most Electric'. Very good condition, no label.
Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 cover showcasing a close-up of a model with voluminous hair and striking makeup, emphasizing summer fashion trends.
Interior page of Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 displaying the contents section with details on fashion, beauty, and travel features.
Fashion spread featuring a model in a yellow top and striped skirt from Gitano, captured in a natural outdoor setting.
Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 Kersti Bowser Cover features a stylish black and white photograph showcasing a model wearing a chic Calvin Klein outfit with a scarf.
Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 Kersti Bowser Cover displays an article featuring Catherine O’Hara alongside a striking image of Chanel lipstick in a vibrant pink color.
Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 Kersti Bowser Cover highlights a vintage Marlboro Lights advertisement depicting a cowboy on horseback by the beach.
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Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 cover featuring model with bold hairstyle and earrings, highlighting the theme 'World Class Men: The 10 Most Electric'. Very good condition, no label.Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 cover showcasing a close-up of a model with voluminous hair and striking makeup, emphasizing summer fashion trends.Interior page of Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 displaying the contents section with details on fashion, beauty, and travel features.Fashion spread featuring a model in a yellow top and striped skirt from Gitano, captured in a natural outdoor setting.Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 Kersti Bowser Cover features a stylish black and white photograph showcasing a model wearing a chic Calvin Klein outfit with a scarf.Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 Kersti Bowser Cover displays an article featuring Catherine O’Hara alongside a striking image of Chanel lipstick in a vibrant pink color.Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 Kersti Bowser Cover highlights a vintage Marlboro Lights advertisement depicting a cowboy on horseback by the beach.

Elle Magazine July 1986 No. 11 Kersti Bowser Cover No Label VG

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Elle Magazine – July 1986 – No. 11 – Kersti Bowser Cover (No Mailing Label, Very Good Condition)

This vintage Elle Magazine from July 1986 features Kersti Bowser on the cover and captures the bold spirit of late-'80s fashion, culture, and editorial insight. The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear consistent with its age. It comes protected in a plastic sleeve, and the exact item pictured is what you will receive. Combined shipping is available upon request.

Fashion Highlights

  • “Major Players” (p.50) – Crisp black linens steal the spotlight in high-summer elegance.

  • “Indian Summer” (p.70) – A celebration of plaids and madras fabrics as seasonal staples.

  • “The Image Card Color” (p.80) – Red, white, and navy reimagined with a chic twist.

  • “Ahead of Schedule” (p.86) – Strong shoulders and polka dots mark a confident early fall forecast.

  • “Pattern Picking” (p.90) – Sophisticated layering of stripes and checks.

  • “The Straw Wrap” (p.100) – A textural tour through summer’s boldest wrap styles.

Beauty & Health

  • “Opposites Attract” (p.58) – Summer hair trends: go big or go sleek.

  • “Nature’s Fast Foods” (p.88) – Healthy salads packed with flavor, fiber, and fun.

  • “Nail Polish” (p.110) – Turn heads with fair-play pinks and glossy neutrals.

  • “Body Work” (p.112) – A modern take on body image and personal fitness.

  • “Beauty Card” (p.128) – Elle’s curated summer beauty roundup.

Feature Stories

  • “The World’s 10 Most Electric Men” (p.16) – Celebrating global men of style and substance.

  • “A Coming of Age” (p.37) – Tatum O’Neal reflects on fame, growth, and balance.

  • “The New Vaudeville” (p.42) – Chicago’s quirky humor meets theatrical makeup.

  • “Vienna Uncovered” (p.48) – A cultural tour through Austria’s artsy capital.

Food & Travel

  • “French Accent in the Heartland” (p.108) – Discover the savoir-faire of Midwest French cooking.

  • “A Taste of Haut-Brion” (p.114) – A Bordeaux vineyard story with American ties.

Culture & People

  • FACES (p.22) – Spotlights on The Statue of Liberty’s anniversary, songwriter Allee Willis, actor Edward Herrmann, Catherine O’Hara, and more.

  • “Street Fashions” (p.24) – Candid snapshots of 1986 streetwear.

  • “Knitting 1/1” (p.141) – An exclusive original pattern for DIY fashion lovers.

  • “Horoscope” & “Numerology” (p.134–144) – July’s celestial and mystical insights.

This issue is a rare time capsule of mid-1980s fashion-forward thinking, global culture, and progressive editorial storytelling. A must-have for collectors, vintage fashion fans, and magazine enthusiasts alike.

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